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MatagalpaSan José

Matagalpa to San José by bus

San José lies 388 km (241 mi) south-east of Matagalpa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 7 h 13 min including stops, over roughly 474 km (294 mi) of road.

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MatagalpaSan José
CountryNicaraguaCosta Rica
Population109,089335,007
Elevation689 m (2,260 ft)1,133 m (3,717 ft)
Time nowUTC-6 (America/Managua)UTC-6 (America/Costa_Rica)

What changes when you arrive in San José

Crossing from Nicaragua into Costa Rica: money changes from the Cordoba to the Colon (CRC); the dialling code becomes +506; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.

Where to book buses from Matagalpa to San José

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Staying in San José

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Common questions

How far is San José from Matagalpa?

388 km (241 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Matagalpa; by road roughly 474 km (294 mi).

How long does it take to get from Matagalpa to San José by bus?

About 7 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Matagalpa and San José?

No, both are on the same offset at the moment.

What currency do I need in San José?

The Colon (CRC).

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.